Gezicht op het plein van Majalaya en bergen op de achtergrond, West-Java c. 1816 - 1846

This pencil sketch, titled "Gezicht op het plein van Majalaya en bergen op de achtergrond, West-Java" (View of the Square of Majalaya and Mountains in the Background, West Java), is an example of the work of Dutch artist Adrianus Johannes Bik, who was active in the first half of the 19th century. The sketch is characterized by its delicate lines and subtle shading, typical of Bik's work during his travels throughout Indonesia. The simple composition captures the essence of the Majalaya square, with the mountains in the distance, a small bridge in the foreground, and a few figures depicted in the right side. The sketch is a testament to Bik's ability to capture the beauty of the Indonesian landscape and the life of its people.